Spanish
A-level
One-year AS/two-year A-level
Spanish is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world. On this programme you will explore various aspects of the contemporary society, culture and heritage of the countries where Spanish is spoken. You will use our digital language suite to work at your own pace and will have access to a variety of audio visual and satellite resources.
Required qualifications
Five or more A*–C grades at GCSE including Spanish and English language.
What will I study?
The course will focus on:
- Spanish writing, speaking, reading and listening
- Spanish and Latin American society
- young people in Spain
- Spanish current affairs and culture including bullfighting and flamenco.
On the course you will:
- participate in discussions
- listen to recordings and watch films
- take part in role plays
- visit Spanish cinema, theatre and exhibitions in London
- communicate with Spanish students.
Method of assessment
You will be assessed through a series of examinations, both written and spoken.
What will I be able to progress to?
Spanish can be studied in combined degrees with almost any other subject. It combines particularly well with areas such as business, finance, media, tourism, design and fashion, engineering, science and law. Spanish can also be used in careers in interpreting, translating and teaching.
Other information
Students are advised to buy a suitable dictionary.
More
Jessica Quimbiurco (ex-Plashet School) studied this subject as one of her A-levels and achieved a grade A. She is now studying travel and tourism at the University of Greenwich.